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Fall 2026 Administrator Leadership Program

Mon. Sept. 14 – Thurs. Dec. 17

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Fall 2026 Agenda

Program Kick Off

Mon. Sept. 14 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Virtual

Leadership Retreat

Thurs. Sept. 17 & Fri. Sept. 18 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | GTA Location TBD

Module 1: Effective Communications

Thurs. Sept. 24 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 2: Strategic and Integrative Thinking

Thurs. Oct. 1 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 3: Legislative and Legal Matters

Thurs. Oct. 8 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 4: Financial Literacy Part 1

Thurs. Oct. 15 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 4: Financial Literacy Part 2

Thurs. Oct. 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 5: Human Resources – People Management

Thurs. Oct. 29 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 6: Quality and Leadership for Clinical Care Part 1

Thurs. Nov. 5 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 6: Quality and Leadership for Clinical Care Part 2

Thurs. Nov. 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 7: Customer Relations and Business Operations Part 1

Thurs. Nov. 19 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Module 7: Customer Relations and Business Operations Part 2

Thurs. Nov. 26 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Group Assignment Presentations

Thurs. Dec. 17 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Eligibility & Requirements

This two-day, in-person retreat introduces core leadership principles and sets the foundation for success throughout the program. You’ll meet your fellow ALP students, connect face-to-fact with your instructors, and enjoy an immersive leadership learning experience covering topics ranging from personal growth and development to team building and networking.

Education Requirements

Participants must meet one of the following educational criteria:

A post-secondary degree or diploma from a program minimum three years in duration, or
A post-secondary degree or diploma in health or social services from a program minimum two years in duration.

Work Experience

Participants must have a minimum of three years of work experience in a managerial or supervisory role.

Exceptions

Exceptions to the eligibility criteria for the Administrator Leadership Program may be granted at the discretion of AdvantAge Ontario. For full details on administrator requirements under the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, see sections 249 (3)(4) and (5) of Ont. Reg 246/22.

Student Expectations

To successfully complete the program and receive a digital certificate, participants must:

Attend the virtual kick-off call
Attend the two-day, in-person Leadership Foundations Forum
Attend and complete all components of each module, including on-demand videos, journalling activities, assigned readings, live sessions, and all associated testing, achieving a passing grade.
Collaborate with assigned group members throughout the course to prepare and deliver a group presentation on a long-term care case study, presented via Zoom to classmates and facilitators, and achieve a passing grade on the assignment.

Fees

AdvantAge Ontario Member*: $3,975
Non-Member: $4,725
Hotel Accommodations for Thurs. Sept. 17 (one night): $238.36
Hotel Accommodations for Wed. Sept. 16 and Thurs. Sept 17 (two nights): $476.72

What’s Included

Program Kick Off, a virtual orientation meeting prior to the start of the program.
The two-day, in-person Leadership Foundations Forum, with breakfast and lunch included.
Ten half-day virtual training sessions covering seven modules.
All testing throughout the program.
Student’s individual course work including reading and personal reflection time that is required throughout the program (approximately 8 hours per week).
Group work on a case study assignment and final presentation
Electronic copies of all course materials
Digital certificate

What’s Not Included

Accommodations for the Leadership Foundations Forum are not included in the standard program fees. You may add hotel accommodations to your registration package for an additional fee.

*AdvantAge Ontario Personal Members do not qualify for the member rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know if I've been accepted to the program?

All applications to the Administrator Leadership Program are reviewed and approved on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited and applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. If your application is approved, you will need to participate in a mandatory information session. Once you are registered, you’ll receive a detailed confirmation package along with independent study materials that are coordinated with each module.

What if I have special requirements?

If you have any special requirements, please indicate this on the registration form. You will be contacted to discuss your needs.

What is the cancellation policy?

AdvantAge Ontario reserves the right to cancel this program due to insufficient registration or circumstances beyond our control. Cancellation by an applicant will receive a full refund if submitted more than two weeks from the program start date. Registrants who fail to attend the program or cancel after the deadline date will be responsible for the full program fee.

When do I have to pay my course fees and non-refundable deposit?

All course fees must be paid in full when you register. After you have received confirmation of your offer of admission to the program, you will be required to submit full course fees via credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express) or by selecting the “Invoice Me” option. If you choose to pay by invoice, payment is due two weeks prior to the program start date.

Consent to use of photographic images and video

Registration and attendance at AdvantAge Ontario educational events constitute an agreement by the registrant to AdvantAge Ontario’s use and distribution of the registrant’s image in photographs.

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